Facilities Technician
- Nanaimo, BC
- On-site
- Posted Sep 19, 2026
- 1 position
$20 / hour
Opens an external site
- Employment type
- Full-time
- Experience level
- Entry, Junior · 2+ years
- Minimum education
- High school
- Posting language
- English
- Working hours
- 40 hours per week
Job summary
The Facilities Technician performs maintenance and repair tasks on building structures, grounds, and systems to ensure operational functionality. They are also responsible for maintaining accurate records, following safety protocols, and assisting with event setups.
Job details
JOB DESCRIPTION Purpose The Facilities Technician I performs a variety of maintenance and repair tasks to ensure the proper functioning and upkeep of buildings, grounds, and related systems. This is an entry-level position that works under the guidance of more experienced technicians and supervisors, providing opportunities to develop skills in various building trades. Shift Schedule: 07:00 a.m. - 03:30 p.m. Pay: $19.50/hr Responsibilities Maintain grounds, including landscaping, snow removal, and trash removal. Perform basic repairs to building structures, such as walls, floors, ceilings, doors, and windows. Operate and maintain basic hand and power tools and equipment safely and effectively. Maintain accurate records of maintenance activities and repairs. Follow safety procedures and protocols to ensure a safe working environment. Maintain a clean and organized work area. Respond to maintenance requests and address issues promptly and efficiently. Assist with setting up and tearing down for events or meetings. Skills Ability to use hand and power tools safely and effectively. Basic troubleshooting skills. Ability to follow instructions and procedures. Attention to detail and accuracy. Physical stamina and ability to perform physically demanding tasks. Good communication and interpersonal skills. Willingness to learn and develop technical skills. Basic computer skills may be required. Certifications Education High school diploma or GED Experience 0-2+ years of experience Physical Demands Reasonable accommodations will be taken where necessary Travel Requirements 0-25% Sysco is committed to Employment Equity. Accommodations during the recruitment process are available upon request for candidates with disabilities. At Sysco, we aspire to create a global culture that is decidedly diverse, equitable, and inclusive – one where we foster belonging as we care for one another and connect the world through food and trusted partnerships. We are Better Together. COMPANY OVERVIEW FreshPoint, a division of Sysco, is the largest produce distributor in North America, we focus on bringing fresh food from the farmer’s field to our customers’ kitchens. FreshPoint operations span more than 30+ distribution centers in the US and Canada. We target regional and national foodservice customers in such markets as catering, healthcare, hospitality, restaurants, and schools. FreshPoint also supplies grocery stores and other wholesale suppliers with apples to zucchini and everything in between. We’re looking for talented, hard-working individuals to join our team. Come grow with us and let us show you why Sysco is at the heart of food and service. Our Purpose: Connecting the world to share food and care for one another Our Mission: Delivering success for our customers through industry-leading people, products and solutions Our Identity: Together we define our future of foodservice and supply chain Here’s a sample of the many benefits Sysco colleagues enjoy: Comprehensive Flexible Benefits including Health and Dental, Health Care Spending and Wellness Accounts • Short-Term and Long-Term Disability • Life Insurance • Voluntary Optional Insurance • Parental Leave Plan • Company Pension Plan • Group RRSP & TFSA • Employee and Family Assistance • Stock Purchase Plan • Maple Virtual Care • Unlimited on-line learning • Sysco product discounts • Preferred vendor discounts • Associate Resource Groups (*benefits may vary based on location or bargaining unit) ADDITIONAL INFORMATION This Job Requisition was created with the help of AI. AI will not be used to make hiring decisions or who progresses in the Job Application process. If you have any questions, please reach out to our Talent and Acquisition Team. This Job Requisition is for an existing vacancy.
What you’ll do
The Facilities Technician performs maintenance and repair tasks on building structures, grounds, and systems to ensure operational functionality. They are also responsible for maintaining accurate records, following safety protocols, and assisting with event setups.
Requirements
Candidates must possess a high school diploma or GED and have 0-2 years of relevant experience. The role requires the ability to safely operate hand and power tools and maintain physical stamina for demanding tasks.
Benefits
- Health and dental insurance
- Health care spending account
- Wellness account
- Short-term disability
- Long-term disability
- Life insurance
- Voluntary optional insurance
- Parental leave plan
- Company pension plan
- Group RRSP
- TFSA
- Employee and family assistance
- Stock purchase plan
- Maple virtual care
- Unlimited on-line learning
- Sysco product discounts
- Preferred vendor discounts
- Associate resource groups
Listed skills
- safety procedures · Preferred
- interpersonal skills · Preferred
- Attention to detail · Preferred
- record keeping · Preferred
- Communication · Preferred
- Physical stamina · Preferred
- Troubleshooting · Preferred
- maintenance · Preferred
Other relevant skills
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- Hand tools
- Power tools
- Troubleshooting
- Maintenance
- Repair
- Landscaping
- Snow removal
- Record keeping
- Safety procedures
- Communication
- Interpersonal skills
- Attention to detail
- Physical stamina
- Computer skills
- Employment Equity
- Physical Stamina
- Power Tool Operation
- Supply Chain
- Willingness To Learn
- Safety Procedures
- Strong Work Ethic
- Snow Removal
- Artificial Intelligence
- Computer Literacy
- Food Services
- Dental Health
- Interpersonal Communications
- Operations
- Purchasing
- Troubleshooting (Problem Solving)
- Wholesaling
- Detail Oriented
Job areas
- Trades
- Manufacturing
- Logistics
- Food & Beverage
- Facilities Technician
- Building and General Maintenance Technician
- Odd Job Persons
- Maintenance and Repair Workers, General